Brass Pricket Candlestick Pair 19th Century

Name: A Pair of 17th Century Style Pricket Candlesticks.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232377
Price: 225 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A pricket candlestick is a lighting fixture featuring a central vertical spike (pricket) upon which a candle is impaled, rather than inserted into a socket. Broadly used from the medieval era through the 17th century in both religious and wealthy domestic settings, this design accommodated large, hand-dipped beeswax candles.

Historically, pricket candlesticks were cast from copper alloys such as brass or bronze, as well as wrought iron and pewter. The components, including the turned baluster stem, wide drip pan, and heavy circular base, were typically cast separately and joined via threaded rods or hand-riveting.

Period-style brass pieces often exhibit seam lines from two-part casting molds, irregularities from hand-turning, and uneven patination or oxidisation in crevices. Weight is another indicator, as early brass casting methods resulted in substantial, heavy metal bases.

These structured brass items work well as symmetrical accents on a dining table, mantelpiece, or sideboard. Modern pillar candles can be secured on the central spikes to create a dramatic focal point that complements traditional, dark academia, or eclectic decor schemes.

To preserve the metal surface, remove wax residue by soaking the area in warm water rather than scraping with metal tools. Clean gently using a soft cloth and a specialized brass cleaner if a polished finish is desired, or leave unpolished to allow a natural dark patina to develop.

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A Pair of 17th Century Style Pricket Candlesticks.

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